Movember is the important campaign highlighting awareness for men’s health issues including Prostate Cancer, Testicular Cancer and Men’s mental health.

Testicular Cancer

This is a growth of cells in the testicles of men (located within the scrotum) This is a highly curable form of cancer that isn’t common, but is most often seen in males aged 15 -45.

Signs and Symptoms

• lump or swelling in a testical

• pain or discomfort in scrotum area

• lower abdomen pain

• Contact your doctor if you notice any changes, swelling or lumps

  
  

Testing used to Diagnose testicular cancer

• Ultrasound of scrotum- Elysian Imaging performs testicular ultrasounds within a couple days of receiving the requisition.

• blood tests

What is testicular ultrasound?

A testicular ultrasound utilizes high-frequency ultrasound waves to evaluate the testicles and

the surrounding tissue. If you experience pain, swelling, or detect a lump, your doctor may

recommend this procedure to identify various abnormalities in the scrotum. The test is

particularly effective in detecting conditions such as cancer, fluid collections, abnormal blood

flow, and hernias. Did you know that men are at the greatest risk of developing testicular

cancer between the ages of 18-35? Self-detection, ultrasound, and blood work can all aid in the

diagnosis, which is highly curable with early detection.

What can I expect for this exam?

There is no preparation for testicular ultrasound. The procedure involves applying gel to the

area and gently moving the transducer over the skin. A licensed Ultrasound Technologist

conducts the examination, which typically lasts between 15 to 30 minutes. After the exam, a

Radiologist will read the ultrasound and results will be sent to your doctor within a few days.

Ultrasound at Elysian painless and quick with available bookings within the week.

What is the booking process for Ultrasound?

We require a signed requisition from a doctor for an ultrasound. The requisition can be emailed to imaging@elysianhealth.ca or faxed to 778-613-2656. Once we have this request, our Radiologist reads the requisition and gives us the protocol on how to scan. Our staff will give you a call to book your appointment.